Quality Control Lead- US Industrial

Quality Control Lead

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Infrastructure division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways/freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Quality Manager, the Quality Control Lead is located onsite at our project in Superior, WI with an ideal candidate commencing employment on April 2026. This individual is accountable for training and providing assistance and support to the QC Inspectors and/ or the project team members in planning, implementation, coordination, and reporting in regard to the welding specifications and practices.

As a Quality Control Lead at Graham, you will:

• Coordinate field inspection efforts
• Maintain Quality Control records
• Maintain productive communication with Field Execution Teams
• Raise and process non-conformance reports and corrective actions as required
• Experienced in using inspection and welding management database applications
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformances relating to the product, processes and Quality Systems
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process and Quality Systems
• Recommend improvements to the Quality Management System and implement improvements in conjunction with the Lead Quality Inspector
• Control further processing, delivery or installation of non-conforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected
• Develop Inspection and test Plans as required from the scope of work
• Develop Pressure test packages as required
• Coordinate 3rd party NDE activities and produce NDE requests
• Develop Weld, NDE and Material Maps
• Generate and review work packs for compliance ensuring Company QMS, code of construction, Jurisdictional, and Client standards are maintained.
• Liaise with Client as required, attain approvals as required
• Support Document Control functions as required
• Perform turnover review of completed work progressively and as required
• Assist with Quality systems audits or compliance audits as required
• Foster and promote an attitude of continuous improvement
• Track and document inspection progress as required
• Prepare reports specific to the Quality department functions as required

Qualifications & Experience

High School Diploma, Industry related trade certification / diploma

Completion of a recognized Mechanical Technologist or Engineering degree would be an asset

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

API 510, API 570, API 653 would be an asset.

A minimum of 3-5 years of Inspection related experience

A minimum of 4 years of industry-related experience

Personal Commitment to safety

Experience with pressure Piping, pressure equipment and rotating equipment

Experience with Inspection and Test Plan development and utilization

Working Knowledge and understanding of Welding Procedure Specifications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Problem solving skills

Knowledge of dimensional inspection techniques

Knowledge of NDE processes, ASME, NBIC codes and Jurisdictional requirements and their applications to fabrication, repair and alterations

Computer Proficient (excel, MS Word, Bluebeam and SharePoint etc.) and experience in a project environment will be an asset

Comprehensive knowledge of quality principles, practices and legislation

Comply with standard pre-employment DISA background check, hair follicle and 10 panel drug screen

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly Rate: $55-$60

Opportunity for ownership and increased income through dividends and share equity increases

Excellent Health & Dental benefits plan, Vision, and Flex Plan

401(k) savings plan with employer matching upon eligibility

2.5% regular earnings banked as vacation

Professional and career development opportunities

What We Can Offer You

Strong commitment to safety in the workplace

Grounded and family-oriented workplace in a progressive environment that is at the forefront of a fast-evolving business sector

Commitment to the training and wealth of opportunities for career development across job categories, project types and locations around North America